MERE project Asst. - P. Palmiotto [Work Study] at Antioch University – Keene, New Hampshire

Start Date: 3/13/2026
End Date: 6/30/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Hours per Week: 8
Weekends Required: Yes
Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Peter Palmiotto

Alternate Supervisor: Amy Roy

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 10%

Method to assess remote work: Summary reports of field time and engagement with public, discussion with supervisor

Job Description

• The student in this position will conduct stewardship duties on Mt. Monadnock during weekend days or other high use days through the year (10hr/wk).
• Duties include in person discussion with hikers on topics such as hiker preparedness, safety, Leave no trace principles, ecology and history of the mountain as well as the fragility of the summit vegetation.
• The MERE summit stewardship program is part of a regional network of alpine stewards with a mission to conserve the alpine habitat in northeastern north America.
• Formal programing at visitor center or on the trail or summit could be offered.
• Web site updates, environmental education material creation, writing of technical bulletin and info-graphics as well as grant writing could be other duties of the position.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, positive individual with strong group dynamic skills who enjoys climbing mountains, talking to people.
• Has strong desire to learn and share what they have learned about the mountains cultural and ecological stories.
• Strong writer and communicator is desired.

Does this position meet the definition of Community Service? Yes

How to Apply: email letter of interest and resume to contact

Email: ppalmiotto@antioch.edu

Position Type: Work Study

Department: Environmental Studies